Cummins sets sights on 2050 zero-emission goal

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn

♻️ Looking forward to a cleaner future?

Cummins sure hopes so. The engine manufacturer is focusing on a zero-emission goal, working to transform fleets with new-age technology that will comply with incoming regulatory standards for the trucking industry. The company’s investments include a whopping $1 billion spent per year on researching upcoming technological advancements that will lead to zero emissions by 2050.

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